Rhode Island Possession of Marijuana Lawyer

Possession of Marijuana Attorney

Possession of marijuana is the criminal act of unlawfully possessing various quantities of the drug. Marijuana possession leads the state in drug arrests- 50% of adults and over 80% of juveniles– more than any other illicit drug. Possession of marijuana while driving will result in an automatic suspension of the offender’s driver’s license. First-time offenders will receive 6-month suspensions whereas repeat offenders will have their licenses suspended for one year.

Possession of less than 1 kilogram is a misdemeanor possession, punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine of $200-$500.

Possession of 1-5 kilograms is a felony possession with a mandatory minimum sentence of ten (10) to 50 years in prison and a fine of $10,000-$500,000.

Possession of more than 5 kilograms is a felony possession with a mandatory minimum sentence of twenty five years (25) to life in prison and a fine of $25,000-$100,000.

If you, or a loved one have been charged with simple possession of marijuana in Rhode Island, contact Rhode Island Possession of Marijuana Attorney Chad Bank today for your FREE consultation at (401) 573-2265.